Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedersenii
ID:
1330151

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 21: 193 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342605





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Description

Urena pedersenii (also called Pedersen's Urena, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Malvaceae. It is found in Peru and Bolivia. It is an annual herb with a branched stem and small, white flowers. It grows in open, disturbed areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Urena pedersenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, daisy-like flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Urena pedersenii has white flowers with a yellow center and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Urena pedersenii is a tropical perennial that is propagated by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Urena pedersenii

Urena pedersenii can be found in Peru.

Urena pedersenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Urena pedersenii?

Urena pedersenii

What is the common name of Urena pedersenii?

Pedersen's urena

What type of plant is Urena pedersenii?

Herb

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.